COMM06041 2016 Personal Learning and Development
This module is designed to introduce the students to the Higher Education environment and to develop learning and study skills early in their undergraduate career. The module will motivate students to develop a more independent, reflective and self-managed approach to study, learning, and time management.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Develop an independent, self-managed, reflective approach to study
To plan their time more effectively
Have confidence in learning, study, academic writing and approaches to finding information
Be familiar with the Higher education learning Culture
Teaching and Learning Strategies
This module will be taught through lectures, group work, presentations, in-class exercises.
Module Assessment Strategies
Thia module will be assessed through student written submission, skill demonstration and examination.
Repeat Assessments
Students should complete any failed elements.
Indicative Syllabus
- Self review - assessing your skills and learning needs
- How to study - reading, taking notes, where and when to study
- Taking charge of your time - organising life and work - time management
- Tackling tests - examinations and assignments
- Academic integrity - writing skills
- Personal & professional development - developing a personal development plan & CV
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Continuous Assessment: Talk & Jigsaw Reading | Continuous Assessment | Assessment | 20 % | OnGoing | 1,3,4 |
2 | Individual Project-Personal Development Planning & CV | Continuous Assessment | Individual Project | 20 % | Week 6 | 1,2,3,4 |
3 | Written Report | Continuous Assessment | Written Report | 30 % | Week 11 | 1,2,3,4 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Examination | Final Exam | Closed Book Exam | 30 % | End of Semester | 1,3,4 |
Full Time Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Lecture | Flat Classroom | lecture | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
Tutorial | Flat Classroom | Tutorial | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Independent Learning | UNKNOWN | Independent learning | 3 | Weekly | 3.00 |
Independent Learning | Computer Laboratory | Resource | 1 | Weekly | 1.00 |
Required & Recommended Book List

2009-11-01 The Business Skills Handbook Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development
ISBN 1843982188 ISBN-13 9781843982180
Employers are criticizing the lack of transferable skills that new graduates have and the pressure is on for business schools to produce graduates with employable skills. UK 'Widening Participation' initiatives have also resulted in students with a wider variety of learning experiences and abilities. "The Business Skills Handbook" will equip business students with the study skills, interpersonal skills and professional skills that they need for successful study and employment. The text is packed with examples and case studies relevant to a range of business settings, including HRM, marketing and finance, so that students can truly understand how the skills they are learning apply in practice.
2013 Study Skills Handbook Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN 1137289252 ISBN-13 9781137289254

2015-02-05 Skills for Success: Personal Development and Employability (Palgrave Study Skills) Palgrave Macmillan
ISBN 1137426527 ISBN-13 9781137426529
Module Resources
https://www.ncirl.ie/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=sgdJgxYbWlg=&portalid=0
Computer lab for library workshop
Computer Lab for access to EPIGIEUM
None